I use the non-colored one (less expensive) in my truck camper (tent that fits the bed) and it works well. I use the 12 hour beeswax candles. They are a bit more expensive, but…they are longer burning, and made in the USA 🇺🇸 and burn clean. The way I have it set up, I have slept with it burning…it’s in a stable spot where it’s not touching anything. And, an extinguisher is handy, too. I also tend to wake up every couple hours anyway. Don’t judge. 😜🤪
I plan on using an old coffee can with a few tea candles in it to heat my truck canopy camper during cold weather. With a smoke/carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher nearby. Candles can heat a lot as long as you're safe about it.
@@valeriehancotte-galan4790 Unfortunately I'm not one for taking or editing video but might give it a shot. Years ago I used a few dozen tea candles to slightly warm a detached double garage during -20°C. Took a long time and was far from practical but worked long enough for me to do whatever I was doing to my vehicle at the time. Fire is fire.
As a retired science teacher, I love your experiments❤️. I wouldn’t put 2 right next to each other. I would space them out and low. My only reasoning is that the energy would be able radiate farther and would be used up to constantly heat the edges. Plus heat rises🤔. Not sure if I’m right, but that’s my hypothesis😎. Love you AP
I’d happily take 60* vs the 32* I had to experience in the February Texageddon event. Bonus because it doesn’t take propane, gas or other fuels that I’m not able to store where I am right now. I’ve been looking for a good alternative heat source since February and you’ve helped me a ton Rudy. THANK YOU @Alaska Prepper 🙏💜
My husband and I in Wisconsin absolutely cringed while watching that happen to you all because we knew very few residents had preparations and the state/emergency services weren't prepared to help, either. Glad that most everybody survived and I hope the state and the utility companies learned their lesson from it because it is certain to happen again. (That's a good name for it, Texaggedon!)
@@juliem.679 Oh yes, Texas learned a big lesson during that. They aren’t “boasting” about being on their own grid now are they? It’s actually a very good lesson for the whole country. If something like that can happen to Texas, it can happen anywhere. It shined a spectacular light on the need for everyone to be prepared for anything no matter where they are.
Sleep in tent inside house, in sleeping bag and/or wool blanket, dress in layers (air between layers adds insulation), put heated water in hot water bottles ( there are some sold with real cute furry covers, get Hot Hands Shake warmers (sold at hardware stores and on Amazon), also Oro sells battery heated vests, coats but you will need backup battery to recharge), where knit, wool, or fleece hats, gloves, socks to keep from losing heat through extremities. Hope these tips help you 😁
@Maria clay pots slow down the rise of the heat . They radiate the heat out vrs strait up. That is why floor registers air flow can't be to high it blows heat strait up it must be slow to let the heat spread out . Ask a heating and cooling guy. . Clay pots can crack if they have micro air pockets in them . They are not intended for heat so creation process not as complete in removal of the pockets . 3. co 2 is a problem suggest lots live plants in the house. . My granny did the clay pot . It look strange don't do with careless cats in house they like the heat but they knock them over . Same with non thinking children ( these 2 are prime fire hazards )
Thanks Rudy! I'm getting 2 of my grown kids each one of these and a buddy heater as extra Christmas gifts. My other 2 grown kids, one has a wood burning fireplace and my son, who told me he would take care of his family, can go to his sister's house if they need to. They live 2 hours away from me. This winter doesn't sound like it's going to be fun. I'm so so far from rich but a Mama does everything she can to take care of her babies. Even the grown ones. Update: I decided to get 5. One for each or my 4 kids and one for myself😁
Added two to my cart! I am sure we can use two to heat our living room. I will add more of them to my preps for the kitchen if I need it. Our house has a hidden pipe for two wood stoves from when it was built during the Victorian age. The new roof my mother-in-law put on 5 years ago sealed that up. But, I have a camping wood stove that we can get going in the kitchen, but two of these will keep one room warm in an emergency. We have a Mr. Buddy for my vehicle for snow emergencies. I think these will work better in the house with the doors closed to my living room. (Old houses have doors to shut off every room in the house.)
That has a lot of uses and perfect for prepping!! Heat, light and warming food. I like it. If there’s a link in your store page I will purchase it there. Thanks for the video Rudy 😎👍.
You can roast a hotdog on it and toast the bunn... I painted the one outside wall that receives the most sun light black... huge difference in the winter days here.. I cover it in summer with tent floor padding that is waterproof, it basically foam and aluminum foil sewn together . it cost $15 7x7 ft... Use that sun heat ...its free
@@IngridGudnitz I don't think candles produce enough CO to matter, but most people don't realize that CO alarms/monitors don't register any PPM until it hits 30 :) I didn't know this either for like most of my life!
Its nice to see a finished cabin with good insulation throughout, nice aesthetics, beautiful paintings, nice big windows, good lighting, a ceiling fan. Looks very cozy!
We added a bunch of much needed insulation to our attic so this year we are keeping our home on 60°. That would be a comfortable temperature for us. But I really like the light that thing throws off!!
A couple years ago, I insulated my attic, and basement sills. My heating cost dropped to 1/3. I cut 2/3 off my heating costs!!! I could not believe it! We use a lot of energy in extreme cold. This year we'll see how good it really was with the higher costs.
Hey AP I came across this portable heater - optimus H‑7801 I am picking it up today and am going to test it out in one of the bedrooms. If it works I am going to buy 3-4 more to keep on standby in case of a grid down scenario here in Minnesota. I am guessing it can be hooked up to a generator but not sure. Just wanted to pass this info along to provide a possible heat source that is cheap enough to stock up on several in case of an emergency. Keep up the Great Videos Love ❤️ You and Your channel brother 👍🏻 Keep Those Good Vibes Going 👍🏻
I truly love what you’re doing AP. This is a great idea one thing I believe you’re not taking into consideration at least on video is the outside temperature. When I say that I mean the sun beating down on the building helping to warm it up having those windows the sun coming in will help to warm the inside up. My house started out this morning at 62° as soon as I opened up my front door in under an hour it’s going up to degrees just from the sun coming in. Also your body is putting off heat helping to warm the room. There are a lot of factors in this. It may be asking too much but I would love to see you do it at night.
I remember you doing a video on this!! I ordered one. I live in north central Wisconsin and it gets Very cold in my house. I will use this with window cracked to keep me from freezing if power goes out. I bought a small generator (because I watched you two years ago), two Mr Heaters, gas and propane plus lots of candles. Slow and steady wins the race. With my income, it has been very hard. Blessings and thank you AP.
I got the basic aluminum one (no color) for like $26 on Amazon, and the candles for a similar price (20 per box). There’s one candle that lasts 9 hours and one that lasts 12, and a citronella one. The 12 hour is beeswax.
Your home and bunker must be insulated good. Wow..I keep my heat 68-70. No higher. If I'm cold, more clothes. But, here in Michigan it's pretty cold, damp. At 64-65 I'd freeze. I had the home insulated too, and it's still cold
I’m also in Michigan and keep the thermostat at 63-64. I turn it up to 65 for company. But that’s it. I’m too frugal. What we do is dress for cooler weather and use heating pad to get warmed up if necessary instead of heating up the entire house. It works pretty well for us. We heat with propane.
That is a nice unit. I keep our house at 60°- 64°. We just wear more clothing. Heating oil is very expensive. I also use dura flame heaters set on the temperature of 64. You and your family have a Blessed day 💞🙏🤗🐕🐾🐾🐈🐾
The uco candilier bottome piece can be screwe down to a bigger board to reduce chance of if falling over by mistake. You can also test your carbon monoxide detector, i believe, with the exchaust from your car to see the reading fluctuate up.. I notice you are using the ceiling fan to keep the heat moving. Great idea.
Folks that live in suburbia with electric heat have a big problem when the power goes out. Most insurance won't allow wood heat. It's a challenge to have a backup. These can be useful, to allow you to heat a small area. Kerosene lamps work well too. We used to use a cast iron wood stove lid on the burner of the propane stove, when we were in the trailer.
ALWAYS place candles on something fireproof, but not glass or metal, as they get too hot. Ceramic, tile and marble/granite are your best choices. NEVER have an open flame. Use glass chimneys and large vases, (easy to find even in thrift stores). NEVER leave a candle unattended. I use candles in power outages, but I am extremely careful. There is no excuse for being careless. Yes, people used candles for centuries people are still losing their homes and LOSING THEIR LIVES from leaving candles burning.
I have a bunch of beeswax candles. Actually they are the huge ones that burn for about 120-150 hours. I paid a small fortune for them, but I keep them for emergencies only. I got them from a small business that only makes beeswax candles and might I say they are the best candles I ever used!
Please consider doing another experiment: How long can the Candlelier maintain the temperature in an already-warmed room that loses its normal heat source? If the power/heat went out in an emergency, could lighting up the Candlelier maintain the room temp for hours? Could it be used interchangeably with say, a propane-burning Mr. Heater Portable Buddy, to help conserve the propane supply and still maintain the temperature?
There is no way this unit can put out the heat of a Buddy heater. Like AP, I am from an extreme cold environment. That said, if you aren't from a very cold area, you may not lose as much heat and may sustain temps longer. My building or even a room wouldn't even keep above freezing. I still enjoy AP's experiment in his highly insulated shed (which is not the same as a typical living environment with pipes to keep from freezing). Which could be where we may end up in a serious scenario.
Thanks for the video Rudy. I was really looking forward to seeing this when you mentioned it yesterday. I have loved UCO lanterns for a long time. I don't own this model.... yet. I think I will be placing my order soon.
My thermostat never goes about 64* in the winter months unless I have an infant visiting, it helps keep my gas bills down,. If we get cold we just throw on a sweatshirt or a throw blanket. Thanks for sharing this with us. Much love and respect from Utah.
This is a great video. Would have never thought of this. Thank you fir showing us things like this for a emergency. I think we need to have many idea for staying warm.
Rudy, this is the real life test that is so appreciated. Could you test the Aladdin? I used to have one of those and it really put out the heat. Look forward to the next test.
AP PLEASE DO A VIDEO ON MIND AMD BODY STRENGTH. I SEE SO MANY PEOPLE STARTING TO CRACK AMD I CANT REACH PEOPLE LIKE YOU CAN. PART OF PREPPING IS YOUR MIND, SOUL, STRENGTH AND PEOPLE NEED TO PREP THOSE THINGS AS WELL AS STACKING IT TO THE RAFTERS.THANK YOU
Yes I keep my heat in 65 cause any higher I get a nose bleed. When we were kids we heater with a coal stove. And my furnace use too be a coal furnace changed too natural gas now. And it gets hotter then 80 if put on 72. But I'm prepared if power goes out . I'm set up for a secondary source.
Very cool, Rudy. That's the one you can also boil water with, right? That would be a very handy back-up light, heat, and cooking source. Have a blessed day.💙
Rudy, just a thought.......if you put 3 candle wicks into a bucket of crisco, wouldn't you have the same result? Would make a great experiment to compare the two.
@LivesSimpleWoman I get that, but we get down to negative 60 (F) degrees outside. We have lost power and heat during that time. I want to know how hot these are to change the candle quickly 9 hours later to keep the heat going during the week we reach these Temps if we can't get fuel for our generator or our emergency wood stove installed fast enough (like the vent is frozen shut).
@@francegamble1 It would probably take a little while to cool down enough. You could use tea candles in the meantime. Personally I just use tea candles in cans.
@@francegamble1 I'd get a few of these and have one as the "new" unit that is kept unlit until you need to switch the others out. Also, if it gets that cold outdoors, just blow out the candles and place the unit outside for a minute or two...hope this helps.
A candle flame can produce just so many BTU's Three of them together only increases the overall BTU's by triple.. which is nothing to sneeze at.. but it does have its limitations..My only suggestion is to have a gentle stream of air blowing across the glass face .... it can even be a handheld fan.. but it won't increase the overall BTU's... just release them quicker and slightly cool the heating appliance
Good to know for car travelling in the winter. I would like to know what some heaters do if they tip over. From say a pet. Do you have a fire extinguisher in your bunker?
I could see having it sit in a bucket with sand to keep it more stable and safer. It is good idea to have a carbon dioxide detector also, Maybe a couple of those, I don’t think they are very expensive. Smoke detectors also just for extra safety.
This would work well in a small bedroom. I would use it in emergency and would be extremely careful. We burn scented candles all the time and blow them out when we go to bed so would use the same principle. Sleep time would have to be under the wool blankets.
Thanks AP. This was great and an easy one to take care of. Would like to see more videos on stuff like this. I think we all get the food prep, but these smaller items that we may not think or know how to deal with are really informative.
Carbon monoxide meters only show PPM that is 30ppm and above, so a 0 reading doesn't mean there's no CO... it won't register unless the ppm reaches dangerous levels. I'd get a CO monitor, rather than a meter... just to be safe!!
Great experiment, though I suspect your own body heat contributed a great deal to heating the room. Can you retry the candles without being in the room?
i was looking at this and thought it would also work to help light up the area as well i might need 4 of them for my bed room in really cold nights it gets well below zero here mid winter
P.s.,... To avoid exploding rocks in your campfire, you should use hard stones which do not contain air pockets or water molecules inside them; granite, marble, and slate would be the best choice. On the other hand, avoid sandstones or smooth rocks which, accordingly, feature air and moisture in the inner parts.
I wonder what those candles are made from. I used to burn a candle, made from paraffin wax, on my mantle and it left so much soot on the vaulted ceiling that I had to paint it. I was curious how much soot had I breathed in. I don't know what kind of candles are best to avoid a potential health issue.
I have my grandmothers oil lamps, some have oil and are ready to go others are just sitting. I also have a very large one (probally 3 feet tall) with a golden cherub on top and burgwndy chimney...LOVE MY OIL LAMPS they make me happy and are memories of gma (GG)..
Very interesting experiment! I liked it...gives us choices to think about in preps. Also, your bunker is just gorgeous with the black and white panels spaced so attractively. Really really nice.😊👍
Great video. I hadn't heard of these before. Ordered immediately. Great idea for a backup. Might not keep the pipes from freezing but if it gets past that, it might save lives. Edit: AP, show everyone in the future videos how you can boil water on the top of the unit for cooking.
I saw a review he did in his van and it bought the temp up 20 degrees and then he converted it to a kerosene lamp so I bought the stuff to do the same thing.. he did a pretty good review over night in his van and u can make it cheaper
I use the non-colored one (less expensive) in my truck camper (tent that fits the bed) and it works well. I use the 12 hour beeswax candles. They are a bit more expensive, but…they are longer burning, and made in the USA 🇺🇸 and burn clean. The way I have it set up, I have slept with it burning…it’s in a stable spot where it’s not touching anything. And, an extinguisher is handy, too. I also tend to wake up every couple hours anyway. Don’t judge. 😜🤪
You will be judged!! 😆
@@SlimShady771 🤪😂
I plan on using an old coffee can with a few tea candles in it to heat my truck canopy camper during cold weather. With a smoke/carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher nearby. Candles can heat a lot as long as you're safe about it.
@@JesusSaves86AB would like to see a video in that with how hit it gets. Just like this video
@@valeriehancotte-galan4790 Unfortunately I'm not one for taking or editing video but might give it a shot. Years ago I used a few dozen tea candles to slightly warm a detached double garage during -20°C. Took a long time and was far from practical but worked long enough for me to do whatever I was doing to my vehicle at the time.
Fire is fire.
As a retired science teacher, I love your experiments❤️. I wouldn’t put 2 right next to each other. I would space them out and low. My only reasoning is that the energy would be able radiate farther and would be used up to constantly heat the edges. Plus heat rises🤔. Not sure if I’m right, but that’s my hypothesis😎. Love you AP
I’d happily take 60* vs the 32* I had to experience in the February Texageddon event. Bonus because it doesn’t take propane, gas or other fuels that I’m not able to store where I am right now. I’ve been looking for a good alternative heat source since February and you’ve helped me a ton Rudy. THANK YOU @Alaska Prepper 🙏💜
My husband and I in Wisconsin absolutely cringed while watching that happen to you all because we knew very few residents had preparations and the state/emergency services weren't prepared to help, either. Glad that most everybody survived and I hope the state and the utility companies learned their lesson from it because it is certain to happen again. (That's a good name for it, Texaggedon!)
@@juliem.679 Oh yes, Texas learned a big lesson during that. They aren’t “boasting” about being on their own grid now are they? It’s actually a very good lesson for the whole country. If something like that can happen to Texas, it can happen anywhere. It shined a spectacular light on the need for everyone to be prepared for anything no matter where they are.
Sleep in tent inside house, in sleeping bag and/or wool blanket, dress in layers (air between layers adds insulation), put heated water in hot water bottles ( there are some sold with real cute furry covers, get Hot Hands Shake warmers (sold at hardware stores and on Amazon), also Oro sells battery heated vests, coats but you will need backup battery to recharge), where knit, wool, or fleece hats, gloves, socks to keep from losing heat through extremities. Hope these tips help you 😁
I follow survival homesteading and prepping and combine all three
You talked me into the purchase. I didn't even know there was something like this. Great video.
You can find a few more videos on it as well.
Where do you buy this from? I didn't see a link.
@@donnamccombs8882 Amazon
Here in upstate NY..you need a woodstove and wood..we get -30
Use big candles under clay pots . The left over wax reform into new candles
I'm scared to use this method of clay pots I've been told it can blow bk dangerous also can get a crack ,
Thanks for sharing!
@Maria clay pots slow down the rise of the heat . They radiate the heat out vrs strait up. That is why floor registers air flow can't be to high it blows heat strait up it must be slow to let the heat spread out . Ask a heating and cooling guy. . Clay pots can crack if they have micro air pockets in them . They are not intended for heat so creation process not as complete in removal of the pockets . 3. co 2 is a problem suggest lots live plants in the house. . My granny did the clay pot . It look strange don't do with careless cats in house they like the heat but they knock them over . Same with non thinking children ( these 2 are prime fire hazards )
@@jacquelinejohnson7541 buy ones that were fired in a kiln.
@Maria they do work , first the clay heats up then it turns to radiant heat . Yes on kilm fired pots are best
Thanks Rudy! I'm getting 2 of my grown kids each one of these and a buddy heater as extra Christmas gifts. My other 2 grown kids, one has a wood burning fireplace and my son, who told me he would take care of his family, can go to his sister's house if they need to. They live 2 hours away from me. This winter doesn't sound like it's going to be fun. I'm so so far from rich but a Mama does everything she can to take care of her babies. Even the grown ones.
Update: I decided to get 5. One for each or my 4 kids and one for myself😁
I ordered two as well. One for my Mom and one for my son who lives in the city.
Added two to my cart! I am sure we can use two to heat our living room. I will add more of them to my preps for the kitchen if I need it. Our house has a hidden pipe for two wood stoves from when it was built during the Victorian age. The new roof my mother-in-law put on 5 years ago sealed that up. But, I have a camping wood stove that we can get going in the kitchen, but two of these will keep one room warm in an emergency. We have a Mr. Buddy for my vehicle for snow emergencies. I think these will work better in the house with the doors closed to my living room. (Old houses have doors to shut off every room in the house.)
That has a lot of uses and perfect for prepping!! Heat, light and warming food. I like it. If there’s a link in your store page I will purchase it there. Thanks for the video Rudy 😎👍.
This item is on his Amazon store front @BullZeye Drop down link in this video. Thanks for watching
You can roast a hotdog on it and toast the bunn... I painted the one outside wall that receives the most sun light black... huge difference in the winter days here.. I cover it in summer with tent floor padding that is waterproof, it basically foam and aluminum foil sewn together . it cost $15 7x7 ft... Use that sun heat ...its free
Outside wall if what? 🤔
I live almost in East TN ( still in Kentucky) and it is 32 degrees here this Wednesday morning.
ET Smokies here and we’re frigid too. Didn’t get quite as cold as y’all.
Cincinnati, Ohio 36 degrees!
Ha. Did that back in 1978 with a Colman white gas lantern . Also with my grandmothers oil lanterns. What her mother used for light !
Good Morning Rudy ☕️. Enjoy your day brother 😎👍
Thank you!
Don't know why this would be dangerous, it's no different than lighting 3 candles. Thank you for sharing!
You'd be surprised. We have people on this planet who can hurt themselves with crayons...
@@AwakeningWarrior hahaha truth
Maybe a disclaimer?
@@IngridGudnitz I don't think candles produce enough CO to matter, but most people don't realize that CO alarms/monitors don't register any PPM until it hits 30 :) I didn't know this either for like most of my life!
@@AwakeningWarrior Bwhaaa hahahaha!! Common sense isn't so common anymore!
I like the Mr. Buddy heater.
Many Blessings unto you too.
Thank you.
I do the same with tea candles in a coffee can. Works great.
And a lot less expensive
Thanks for sharing
Its nice to see a finished cabin with good insulation throughout, nice aesthetics, beautiful paintings, nice big windows, good lighting, a ceiling fan. Looks very cozy!
We added a bunch of much needed insulation to our attic so this year we are keeping our home on 60°. That would be a comfortable temperature for us. But I really like the light that thing throws off!!
A couple years ago, I insulated my attic, and basement sills. My heating cost dropped to 1/3. I cut 2/3 off my heating costs!!! I could not believe it! We use a lot of energy in extreme cold. This year we'll see how good it really was with the higher costs.
Hey AP I came across this portable heater - optimus H‑7801
I am picking it up today and am going to test it out in one of the bedrooms. If it works I am going to buy 3-4 more to keep on standby in case of a grid down scenario here in Minnesota. I am guessing it can be hooked up to a generator but not sure. Just wanted to pass this info along to provide a possible heat source that is cheap enough to stock up on several in case of an emergency.
Keep up the Great Videos Love ❤️ You and Your channel brother 👍🏻
Keep Those Good Vibes Going 👍🏻
Please let us know the results of your review!
@@loriflarson4236 I will they pushed the pick up date to Nov 3rd. Am looking forward to testing this out 👍🏻
It does work good. I am going to pick up 2-3 more to keep on hand for bartering and extra heating if needed.
I truly love what you’re doing AP. This is a great idea one thing I believe you’re not taking into consideration at least on video is the outside temperature. When I say that I mean the sun beating down on the building helping to warm it up having those windows the sun coming in will help to warm the inside up. My house started out this morning at 62° as soon as I opened up my front door in under an hour it’s going up to degrees just from the sun coming in. Also your body is putting off heat helping to warm the room. There are a lot of factors in this. It may be asking too much but I would love to see you do it at night.
Excellent! Thank you so much.
Great info! Thanks Rudy
That foamboard insulation I got from The Home Depot is working great in my bunker. I used what appears to be the same as you! 🤜🤛
I’m here for the “thinking outside the box” ideas. Thanks AP
I remember you doing a video on this!! I ordered one. I live in north central Wisconsin and it gets Very cold in my house. I will use this with window cracked to keep me from freezing if power goes out. I bought a small generator (because I watched you two years ago), two Mr Heaters, gas and propane plus lots of candles. Slow and steady wins the race. With my income, it has been very hard. Blessings and thank you AP.
Amen 🙏 I’m right there with you.
I live in se wis. Looking to buy land in Central, northern WI. I gotta know, have you had any bigfoot encounters? Seriously.
I got the basic aluminum one (no color) for like $26 on Amazon, and the candles for a similar price (20 per box). There’s one candle that lasts 9 hours and one that lasts 12, and a citronella one. The 12 hour is beeswax.
It does not increase the heat given off by the candles. It just concentrates the heat in one area. Save your money.
@@loriflarson4236 NO!!! Bears and deer!
Great test and explanation!
Your home and bunker must be insulated good. Wow..I keep my heat 68-70. No higher. If I'm cold, more clothes. But, here in Michigan it's pretty cold, damp. At 64-65 I'd freeze. I had the home insulated too, and it's still cold
I’m also in Michigan and keep the thermostat at 63-64. I turn it up to 65 for company. But that’s it. I’m too frugal. What we do is dress for cooler weather and use heating pad to get warmed up if necessary instead of heating up the entire house. It works pretty well for us. We heat with propane.
That is a nice unit. I keep our house at 60°- 64°. We just wear more clothing. Heating oil is very expensive. I also use dura flame heaters set on the temperature of 64. You and your family have a Blessed day 💞🙏🤗🐕🐾🐾🐈🐾
Will be my next purchase come pay day. Even though currently it's a balmy 59F here in the UK
I’m also in the UK - any idea where to get them from? I look online in UK and couldn’t see any
@@1966yjd amazon and eBay have them. Seem to be around the £40 mark
26 degrees. That sounds so nice! I need to move to Alaska!
The uco candilier bottome piece can be screwe down to a bigger board to reduce chance of if falling over by mistake. You can also test your carbon monoxide detector, i believe, with the exchaust from your car to see the reading fluctuate up.. I notice you are using the ceiling fan to keep the heat moving. Great idea.
This little device is amazing, thank you AP for sharing. It's very much appreciated!!
Folks that live in suburbia with electric heat have a big problem when the power goes out. Most insurance won't allow wood heat. It's a challenge to have a backup. These can be useful, to allow you to heat a small area. Kerosene lamps work well too. We used to use a cast iron wood stove lid on the burner of the propane stove, when we were in the trailer.
ALWAYS place candles on something fireproof, but not glass or metal, as they get too hot. Ceramic, tile and marble/granite are your best choices. NEVER have an open flame. Use glass chimneys and large vases, (easy to find even in thrift stores). NEVER leave a candle unattended. I use candles in power outages, but I am extremely careful. There is no excuse for being careless. Yes, people used candles for centuries people are still losing their homes and LOSING THEIR LIVES from leaving candles burning.
thanks for the reminder.
I have a bunch of beeswax candles. Actually they are the huge ones that burn for about 120-150 hours. I paid a small fortune for them, but I keep them for emergencies only. I got them from a small business that only makes beeswax candles and might I say they are the best candles I ever used!
Please consider doing another experiment: How long can the Candlelier maintain the temperature in an already-warmed room that loses its normal heat source? If the power/heat went out in an emergency, could lighting up the Candlelier maintain the room temp for hours? Could it be used interchangeably with say, a propane-burning Mr. Heater Portable Buddy, to help conserve the propane supply and still maintain the temperature?
There is no way this unit can put out the heat of a Buddy heater. Like AP, I am from an extreme cold environment. That said, if you aren't from a very cold area, you may not lose as much heat and may sustain temps longer. My building or even a room wouldn't even keep above freezing. I still enjoy AP's experiment in his highly insulated shed (which is not the same as a typical living environment with pipes to keep from freezing). Which could be where we may end up in a serious scenario.
Thanks for the video Rudy. I was really looking forward to seeing this when you mentioned it yesterday. I have loved UCO lanterns for a long time. I don't own this model.... yet. I think I will be placing my order soon.
My thermostat never goes about 64* in the winter months unless I have an infant visiting, it helps keep my gas bills down,. If we get cold we just throw on a sweatshirt or a throw blanket. Thanks for sharing this with us. Much love and respect from Utah.
That's what I keep mine set at 64 .
Oh. I just got one today . I'm excited to try it out in the family room
Wow you can cook on that as well! I am putting this in my list as well to buy!
Thanks for this experiment.
Wonderful topic you have. Non-electric heating options are truly needed by all. Adapt & Overcome to Survive.
This is a great video. Would have never thought of this. Thank you fir showing us things like this for a emergency. I think we need to have many idea for staying warm.
Rudy, this is the real life test that is so appreciated. Could you test the Aladdin? I used to have one of those and it really put out the heat. Look forward to the next test.
Rudy can you re test this when it’s colder i want to see what it can do in single digits or teens
AP PLEASE DO A VIDEO ON MIND AMD BODY STRENGTH. I SEE SO MANY PEOPLE STARTING TO CRACK AMD I CANT REACH PEOPLE LIKE YOU CAN. PART OF PREPPING IS YOUR MIND, SOUL, STRENGTH AND PEOPLE NEED TO PREP THOSE THINGS AS WELL AS STACKING IT TO THE RAFTERS.THANK YOU
Thanks, AP- going to get one of those. I may be in FL, but that takes care of both heat *&* light, if the power is out.. 👍
Thank you for this information. I saw this Product before when you spoke of it. I found one at the local thrift store for $1.50
Very interesting...thanks for sharing 👍. Definitely will looking forward to more videos 👍
Me too, I keep my house around 65 all year around.
Yes I keep my heat in 65 cause any higher I get a nose bleed. When we were kids we heater with a coal stove. And my furnace use too be a coal furnace changed too natural gas now. And it gets hotter then 80 if put on 72. But I'm prepared if power goes out . I'm set up for a secondary source.
I like my home cooler as well. I have my Mr. Buddy heater to take the chill off.
Thanks for the experiment...can't wait for next test....👍👍👍
Very cool, Rudy. That's the one you can also boil water with, right? That would be a very handy back-up light, heat, and cooking source. Have a blessed day.💙
Awesome and thank you! I purchased 4 for my home and they give off sufficient heat! 🔥 As we exercise caution.
I prefer lower tempt at HM as well
Excellent!!!! In Michigan. Will definately be buying one as another backup. Thank You!
Great experiment. Can't wait to see the next video. God bless.
Rudy, just a thought.......if you put 3 candle wicks into a bucket of crisco, wouldn't you have the same result? Would make a great experiment to compare the two.
Great reminder
I have a question: if it is hot, how easy is it to change the candles when they are done?
@LivesSimpleWoman I get that, but we get down to negative 60 (F) degrees outside. We have lost power and heat during that time. I want to know how hot these are to change the candle quickly 9 hours later to keep the heat going during the week we reach these Temps if we can't get fuel for our generator or our emergency wood stove installed fast enough (like the vent is frozen shut).
@@francegamble1 It would probably take a little while to cool down enough. You could use tea candles in the meantime.
Personally I just use tea candles in cans.
@@francegamble1 Just curious where you are, that you get down to -60f. We get down to -40 before wind chill.
@@SirenaSpades Minnesota.
@@francegamble1 I'd get a few of these and have one as the "new" unit that is kept unlit until you need to switch the others out. Also, if it gets that cold outdoors, just blow out the candles and place the unit outside for a minute or two...hope this helps.
Hi AP. Just to let you know, you should keep your carbon monoxide detector closer to the floor as its a low lying gas. Take care!
A candle flame can produce just so many BTU's Three of them together only increases the overall BTU's by triple.. which is nothing to sneeze at.. but it does have its limitations..My only suggestion is to have a gentle stream of air blowing across the glass face .... it can even be a handheld fan.. but it won't increase the overall BTU's... just release them quicker and slightly cool the heating appliance
Good to know for car travelling in the winter. I would like to know what some heaters do if they tip over. From say a pet. Do you have a fire extinguisher in your bunker?
I could see having it sit in a bucket with sand to keep it more stable and safer. It is good idea to have a carbon dioxide detector also, Maybe a couple of those, I don’t think they are very expensive. Smoke detectors also just for extra safety.
I like how you do these test. I ordered one yesterday
Love your channel, always watch, cant comment as I have to watch on my tv, no computer 🙏💗
I have the same coffee pres as you AP. I don't have a room small enough to use only one I would probably have to use 4 or 5 of those candle leers!
This would work well in a small bedroom. I would use it in emergency and would be extremely careful. We burn scented candles all the time and blow them out when we go to bed so would use the same principle. Sleep time would have to be under the wool blankets.
That be perfect for a shelter
Thanks AP. This was great and an easy one to take care of. Would like to see more videos on stuff like this. I think we all get the food prep, but these smaller items that we may not think or know how to deal with are really informative.
I love mine, I got the pretty yellow one
Excellent video. You are the best Rudy❤
Carbon monoxide meters only show PPM that is 30ppm and above, so a 0 reading doesn't mean there's no CO... it won't register unless the ppm reaches dangerous levels. I'd get a CO monitor, rather than a meter... just to be safe!!
I bought a Uco a while back along with a heat powered fan to pair with it. Haven't tried them yet but curious to see how they work together.
Just out of curiosity, what was the temperature in your loft? Pretty toasty if your floor temperature was 60 degrees....
Keep breathing
I just ordered one.. that's amazing! Thank you
Where do u order from? Thank you 🙏🏼
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Great experiment, though I suspect your own body heat contributed a great deal to heating the room. Can you retry the candles without being in the room?
i was looking at this and thought it would also work to help light up the area as well i might need 4 of them for my bed room in really cold nights it gets well below zero here mid winter
Is the top of that metal. You may be able to heat water on top in a small container. Enough to give you a warm drink in an emergency.
Thank you Didn’t know about this product 😃🙏
Very cool little lantern. I like it. 😁👍🏻
Great video, thank you!!! Alaska Prepper!!!👍
P.s.,...
To avoid exploding rocks in your campfire, you should use hard stones which do not contain air pockets or water molecules inside them; granite, marble, and slate would be the best choice. On the other hand, avoid sandstones or smooth rocks which, accordingly, feature air and moisture in the inner parts.
Great video!
I wonder what those candles are made from. I used to burn a candle, made from paraffin wax, on my mantle and
it left so much soot on the vaulted ceiling that I had to paint it. I was curious how much soot had I breathed in.
I don't know what kind of candles are best to avoid a potential health issue.
There are beeswax candles you can also order, clean burning, USA made, 12 hour burning, but a bit more costly. I use this in my truck camper.
Yeah, I like the beeswax candles. There's a citronella candle too.
I like beeswax and soy wax candles 🕯
@@avalancheknit7058 where do you order those? Thank you 🙏🏼
@@teripittman yes! Citronella candies. Smells really good, can help heat and keep the bugs away. Perfect!
Yeah, really 55 and up is a manageable temperature so long as you're fully dressed. Good video!
I have my grandmothers oil lamps, some have oil and are ready to go others are just sitting. I also have a very large one (probally 3 feet tall) with a golden cherub on top and burgwndy chimney...LOVE MY OIL LAMPS they make me happy and are memories of gma (GG)..
Love ya, A.P.!.. how much is UCO lantern?..
Perfect for me......as soon as I can afford it!😟👍🇨🇱
Going to try this
Very interesting experiment! I liked it...gives us choices to think about in preps. Also, your bunker is just gorgeous with the black and white panels spaced so attractively. Really really nice.😊👍
AK rule of thumb is 40 btu's per square foot for heat requirements..
Just used your storefront, AP. I have this and love it, can always use another one. Also got 20 beeswax candles
Any candle system use care whit young children or pets in the home. ( When using open candles)
Great video. I hadn't heard of these before. Ordered immediately. Great idea for a backup. Might not keep the pipes from freezing but if it gets past that, it might save lives. Edit: AP, show everyone in the future videos how you can boil water on the top of the unit for cooking.
Body heat will raise the temp in the room also
I saw a review he did in his van and it bought the temp up 20 degrees and then he converted it to a kerosene lamp so I bought the stuff to do the same thing.. he did a pretty good review over night in his van and u can make it cheaper